Tacoma & So. Sound Attractions(Pg 3):

The Tacoma Art Museum, located in Tacoma's Cultural District, offers a collection of over 3,000 pieces,
70 percent of which consist of works by Northwest artists such as Morris Graves, Jacob Lawrence, Joseph Park, Barbara Earl
Thomas, and Patti Warashina. Visitors will also find an exhibit of Dale Chihuly's work on long-term display.

For one weekend out of the year, the hard work and creativity of restaurant owners
and their chefs become center stage at the EQC Taste of Tacoma. The Emerald Queen Casino Taste of Tacoma
is the Ultimate Family Picnic, with food, wine, jazz, comedy and more.

One of the top ten largest fairs in the world, the Washington State Fair (formerly known
as The Puyallup Fair) is the largest single attraction held annually in the state of Washington.
The 17-day event is held every year in September, with fun for kids of all ages!

The Washington State History Museum uses interactive exhibits, dramatic artifacts, storytelling through
theatrical performance, and high-tech displays to teach people about the state of Washington's history. The history lab on the
top floor even offers attendies a hands-on approach to learning. Located in Tacoma, the museum also features 106,000 square feet
of exhibit space.

Need a break from Christmas shopping and holiday baking? Head on over to Point Defiance Zoo
for their annual Zoo Lights celebration. Over half a million colorful lights adorn the zoo grounds for one unbelievable
holiday display. Don't expect to see any polar bears or penguins on this trip, though - they're tucked away safe and
sound for this one.